Topic: Correcting wrong information

[Calipher]

First off, I tried to search for this info and couldn't find anything so forgive me if this has already been asked.

I'm currently in the process of applying to the CF for the second time.  I've recently learned that some information which I provided in the first medical was wrong.  Unfortunately, it was also this information that deemed me unfit for service. 

Basically, I thought I had an anaphylactic reaction to wasp stings when I was 6 (and was stung approx. 20+ times).  I don't test positive for the allergy now.  However, due to the nature of such a severe reaction, it's more likely that you'll have a second similar reaction if stung again.  It was for this reason that I was deemed unfit for service.

I've recently come back into contact with my birth father after many years of no communication and learned that it was not an anaphylactic reaction.  Unfortunately since it was 20+ years ago, and in a different province, I highly doubt I'll be able to get any documented proof of the fact that I didn't have a life-threatening reaction. 

Since I don't test positive for the allergy now, I'm not worried about that part.  I've already booked an appointment with an allergist to sign-off that I'm not at risk for anaphylaxis but I'm still worried that the first application has got me red-flagged.  Is there some way that I can recant the information that I gave in the first application?  Unfortunately the only proof I could give is a sworn statement under oath from a witness there at the time that I've never had any anaphylactic reaction.

Also, I'm aware of the possibility that people try this all the time after they learn why they were disqualified from joining.  Thanks for any input, I appreciate it.  I really want this application to go through.

[medicineman]

Bring the information in from the allergist and when you do your medical, explain your situation to the person taking your history.

MM

[Calipher]

Good advice, and thanks for the quick response.

Unfortunately, I've already done the medical for the application.  It wasn't until the next day that I discovered this new information.  I'm definitely going to follow through with the allergist appointment and get him to sign off the form I got from the medical officer at the recruiting detachment.  I'm just worried that it might not be enough.

I am going to try and get an appointment with the medical officer so I can drop the form off personally, and maybe I can explain everything at that time. 

I'm also a little concerned that he's going to be skeptical at this miraculous turn of events that suddenly makes me eligible to join.

Oh well, I'll just do all I can and I suppose things will work out if they're supposed to.

[Nauticus]

Good advice, and thanks for the quick response.

Unfortunately, I've already done the medical for the application.  It wasn't until the next day that I discovered this new information.  I'm definitely going to follow through with the allergist appointment and get him to sign off the form I got from the medical officer at the recruiting detachment.  I'm just worried that it might not be enough.

I am going to try and get an appointment with the medical officer so I can drop the form off personally, and maybe I can explain everything at that time. 

I'm also a little concerned that he's going to be skeptical at this miraculous turn of events that suddenly makes me eligible to join.

Oh well, I'll just do all I can and I suppose things will work out if they're supposed to.

If that isn't enough, there isn't anything else that you can do, that I know of. If they do deem you unfit, I'm pretty sure you can dispute it, but somebody else on the forum who may have more experience doing that may be more helpful.

[MedTech32]

Calipher,

When I was a Med Tech in Recruiting we saw this all the time.  If you can show 100% with an official note from an Allergist, WITH the test results to back it up.  Then you SHOULD be golden.  If you cannot show 100% proof then unfortunately you are out of luck.  Anaphalaxis shock is just too much of a risk to gamble with. 

IMO though it appears you can get a note and have the test results so I wouldn't worry much about it.  Just drop off the info to your recruiting center (without a song and dance please) and let the paper work sort itself out.  It might take a few months so please just be patient.

[Calipher]

MedTech,

Thanks so much for your reply.  It's very reassuring to hear from someone who has seen this situation before.  I'll definitely take your advice and see where I stand after all the paperwork (including the test results) has been examined.

I totally agree that an anaphylactic reaction to anything should be grounds for unacceptance.  Even if I could get in with a condition like that, I wouldn't take the chance of failing people who depended on me at a crucial time.

I'm not sure if I've made this a bigger deal than it needs to be, but I'm grateful for everyone's input and advice.  I still have another month before my allergist appointment, so I've had plenty of time to worry and imagine the worst possible scenario.  Now, I feel a lot more optimistic.

Thanks again guys.